Elizabeth has received a letter from an old colleague, a man with whom she has a long history. He is being hunted, and he needs her help. His story involves stolen diamond, a violent mobster and a very big mistake.
"When the impossible has been eliminated the residuum, however improbable, must contain the truth."
A famous racehorse is being trained in Kirrin. But when the horse bolts, the Famous Five need to think quickly to make sure he isn't lost or injured. Everyone is depending on them!
Never go in to skeleton woods (not if you want to come out alive, that is)
When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. Why is she there? Where did she come from? And, most important, how will she survive in her harsh surroundings? Roz's only hope is to learn from the island's hostile animal inhabitants. When she tries to care for an orphaned gosling, the other animals finally decide to help, and the is…
After the Five see a boy being kidnapped at the beach, they set out to find him. But where have the kidnappers hidden the boy? Will Timmy lead them to the answer?
Ten years after Jo opened a school for boys, the little men have grown up and left Plumfield. Now college students, sailors, and musicians, they each explore the world and try to find their place in it. But as they encounter love, disappointment, tragedy, and intrigue, the boys rely on Jo to help them through the challenges they face. Inspired by Alcott’s own experiences, Jo’s Boys brings t…
The now-married, Jo has opened a school for boys in her late aunt's estate of Plumfield- one where pillow fights are allowed and the students are encouraged to explore their interest.
Meg, Beth, Jo, and Amy March are four sisters who couldn't be more different.